Hermes Cleveland 10 Miler

Race Details

Cleveland 10 Miler & 5K

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Join us for one of Cleveland’s longest-running spring traditions! The 22nd Annual Hermes Cleveland 10 Miler & 4 Miler celebrates endurance, our local community, and Cleveland skyline views - with a scenic course, big finish energy, and a post-race party worth running for at Edgewater Beach!

Designed for endurance enthusiasts with the 10 miler distance challenge while welcoming those seeking speed in the 4 Miler Run/Walk, this event is for every kind of runner.

Registration Details

Registration opens November 2025.
The earlier you commit, the better your rate! Tiered pricing rewards those who register early, with limited spots per tier.
Once a tier sells out, prices automatically increase to the next level.

🚫 No race day registration.

2025 Registration Fees

Cleveland 10 Miler

Tier 1: First 100 registrants — $65
Tier 2: Registrants 101 + — $75

Cleveland 4 Miler

Tier 1: First 100 registrants — $40
Tier 2: Registrants 101+ — $45

Virtual Option (10 Miler or 4 Miler) — $50

Optional Add-Ons

Packet mailing: +$15 (deadline April 14)
Race day packet pickup: +$10 (limited to 100 spots)

Paper entry forms can be mailed to Hermes Sports, but must be received by Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

Paper Entry Form

Virtual Race Option

If you can’t join us in person, go virtual!

How it works:

Register for the Virtual Cleveland 10 or 4 miler by April 14.
Run your race anywhere, anytime between April 1–30, 2026.
Your packet (shirt, bib, medal) ships the week of April 14.
Optional: submit your result online through your RunSignUp account.

What’s Included

All participants enjoy:

Official 2026 Cleveland 10 Miler race shirt – perfect for showing off your achievement in style.
Custom MyLaps chip-timed bib – with live results so friends can track your race in real time.
Finisher medal – a sleek, custom design to celebrate every mile you conquered.
Delicious post-race food and refreshments – because you’ve earned it!
Access to sponsors and vendors – explore exclusive deals, samples, and race-day perks.
Overall and age group awards – celebrating top performances across every division.
Searchable race photos – find your best race-day moments easily.
Gear check and on-course music – keep your essentials safe and your energy high.
Water and aid stations every 2 miles – keeping you hydrated and strong all the way to the finish.

Packet Pickup

Packet Pickup Options

Runners must choose one of the following during registration:

Packet Mailing (+$15) — available through April 14
Early Packet Pickup — in-person options listed below
Race Day Pickup (+$10) — limited to 100 slots; must be purchased in advance

Early Packet Pickup

Thursday, April 23
🕛 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 TBA

Friday, April 24
🕛 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Hermes Sports Office (2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2. Cleveland 44113)

Saturday, April 25 (Race Day)
🕡 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM — ONLY for those who purchased race morning pickup
📍 Edgewater Beach House

Pickup Notes:

Bring your confirmation email QR code when picking up your packet.
Friends/family can pick up for you — bring their confirmation email just in case.
Large group pickup (5+): email roadracing@hermescleveland.com with names and pickup location, and Hermes will pre-pack.
To modify or add packet mailing (BEFORE APRIL 14)/race morning pickup, visit:
Add-On Management Guide

Course & Parking

Course:

Scenic tour of the best of Cleveland's breathtaking shoreway along Lake Erie - relatively flat route with aid stations every 2 miles.
Official Route available soon!
Water at each stop; Gatorade at miles 4, 6, and 8; CarbBoom gels at mile 6.
Restrooms available at the start/finish and along the course.

Pace Requirement:

Participants must maintain a 16-minute-per-mile pace for the 10 Miler to ensure road support and safety.
There is no pace requirement for the 5K Run/Walk.

Parking is available at both Lower and Upper Edgewater Beach.

Race Week Timeline

Saturday, April 25, 2026 – Upper Edgewater

6:30 AM

Gear/Bag check opens (Upper Edgewater - closes at 7:50 AM)
Race morning packet pickup begins **Must pre-select this option (Upper Edgewater - closes at 7:50 AM)

7:00 AM

Recommended arrival time near start line

8:00 AM

Start: Cleveland 10 Miler & 4 Miler

9:00 AM

Post-race celebration and awards at Lower Edgewater Beach House

10:30 AM

Course closes; remaining runners will move to sidewalk for safety
Gear/Bag check closes

Important:

Bibs must be worn on the front, outermost layer.
Those changing events must notify the check-in table

Results & Awards

Timing:
Official MyLaps bib tag timing with live updates and split points.

Results:

Posted live during the race at clevelandtenmiler.com
Runners can also opt in for text or email result notifications.

Awards:

🏅 10 Miler:

Top 3 overall male & female
Top 3 in each age group:
15 & under, 16–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70+

🏅 4 Miler:

Top 3 overall male & female
Top 3 overall masters male & female

Awards are provided at the Beach House - please head to the awards tent to see if you earned an Age Group Award!

Transfers, Deferrals & Refunds

We know plans change — and we’ve got options.

Transfers

You can transfer your registration:

To Virtual — switch to the virtual event and run on your own time.
To Another Runner — free option via RunSignUp (no direct bib swaps).
- Participant Transfer Guide
To Another Hermes Race — must complete by April 17.
Eligible events: Parrot Head Run 5K (July 19) or Hofbrauhaus 5K/10K (August 4).

Deferrals

Defer to the 2026 Cleveland 10 Miler for $15 (deadline April 17).
Event Deferral Guide
To CLAIM Deferral Guide

Refunds

Like most live events, similar to a plane ticket, or concert, no refunds are issued for any reason.

Miscellaneous & Volunteer Info

Can someone pick up my packet?
Yes! Friends or family can pick up with your confirmation email.

Headphones?
Allowed, but please keep the volume low for safety.

Strollers or Dogs?
Strollers are welcome (please start near the back).
Dogs are not permitted on the course.

Bag Check:
Available at Upper Edgewater until 7:50am
Attach the pull tab from your bib to your bag for identification.

Bags do not need to be clear - participants must provide their own bag.

Race Photos:
Complimentary and searchable after the event!

Volunteers:
We love volunteers! Email roadracing@hermescleveland.com to help out on race day.